Canada's Safest Employers awards recognize companies from all across Canada with outstanding accomplishments in promoting the health and safety of their workers. The program boasts 10 industry-specific safety awards and four special awards.

The COS Safety Leader of the Year recognizes an individual who best exemplifies leadership and vision in the world of OHS in Canada. Co-workers, employees, bosses or anyone can submit a nomination for a deserving leader.

Canadian Occupational Safety caught up with Elizabeth Mills, president and CEO of Workplace Safety and Prevention Services, at the 2014 Partners in Prevention conference and trade show in Mississauga, Ont.